I’m a little out of sorts today…
I didn’t sleep a wink last night.
And it’s not because I kept replaying the image of Jimmy Fallon singing the Boss backed by the Glee kids all night long…
Ok, well not all night at least.
It’s because of this…
My oldest started kindergarten today and I’m a blubbering mess.
Why?
Because my darlin’ little Keegan who has been soooooo excited to start school got a tiny bit nervous just as that big yellow bus drew close…he grabbed my hand and squeezed and said, “Mommy?”
I panicked!
Then without missing a step he jumped on board and took off with hardly a backwards glance.
Then he was off…
Off to school…
Off to the rest of his life…
I need a moment…
I’ll get back to you tomorrow with more.
Sniff sniff…
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Aww…my youngest went to kindergarten today…Not an easy day (emotionally that is).
Awwwww. I know it’s hard, and I’m not sure it gets any easier! Heck, I practically had a meltdown this year myself and Nick’s in first grade now! They do great though and soon you’ll learn to love having a couple hours of time for you. Hang tough ma, your kids are great and Keegan will do awesome today, I’m sure of it!
Oh my goodness, he looks adorable getting on that big, yellow school bus
I bet you’re a mess?? I’d be too. My son starts preschool tomorrow and I’m already a wreck just thinking about it and it’s only TWO days a week…pathetic, I know! Good luck and hope you held yourself together, I’m sure he’s LOVING every minute of it! I taught P.E. and those little kinder kids are soooo adorable, all ready for a new chapter in their lives!!
Life comes full circle.
Dad saw the photos of Keegan getting on the school bus.
Then told the story of your first day at Valley Alternative.
You climbing onto that giant bus, full of excitement…waving goodbye…so proud about being such a big girl despite how tiny you were!
Dad, on the other hand, bursting into tears as he watched his baby girl start off on her journey to becoming that big girl.
Thanks for stopping by my blog! Ugh! I can’t even imagine… I am trying to not think about how quickly that day is going to come (and I still have a few years!)
Check back with me in about a week… I’m loving that book Wild Things and I might do a review on my site. I think it’s a must read for parents of boys! =)
Aw that takes me back and now my oldest started High School this year and that really made me want to cry. I can’t believe how time flies! I am following you back!
ahh, hugs going out…
sweetlife
It probably won’t make you feel a ton better, but there are more (but different)exciting things in store for the two of you as he gets older.
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The BUS! What a strong little guy you have! I mean he got on that bus like a champ! Be proud! I can’t imagine how you must have felt – just think of all the fun stories he will about his first bus trip AND first day of school! Very cool!!
I wish my daughter could take the bus but here we have to pay almost $400.00 a year for it! Sucks
My oldest is a senior this year so I think I will be more of a blubbering mess at the end of the year.
It is hard when they go off to school. I hope he had a wonderful day!
AWWW! For homework tonight, my second-grader had to make a “Guess Who” page, which required digging out a baby picture to paste to the front. I got out a wallet-sized copy of his 1-year-old portrait and immediately started sniffling. He knew, too, and started giggling and sighing, “Aw Mom, Come on!” I couldn’t help it…he was my first BABY and he’s in SECOND GRADE!
(((Hugs))) Mama!
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When they grow up, we grow up right along with them. I hope he had a terrific day in school today and is eager to go back tomorrow! Take a moment – you deserve it. Smiles.
Haupi
Awwww, I bet it was a tough day for you! Em did great on her first day of Kindergarten but Brad would not get on the bus. I had work him into it! Took a couple of days but he finally got on there. Now, he only wants to ride the bus!
Believe it or not, I remember those days. It IS hard to see the big cold bus come and take your kids away.
Awwwwhhhhhh…that made me teary eyed and I don’t even have kids!! Hope your day wasn’t too bad after that!! (((HUGS)))
Memories, Memories and a walk down memory lane. Do I remember that heart in hand feeling and then they come home and all is well… He will be fine. Congratulations! Following you from Mingle Monday Blog Hop.
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Elizabeth
Aww – My babies started preschool and Pre-K last Monday. That is great that is jumped right on the bus though. It is much easier than him clinging to your leg and crying ( my 4 year old) Great post!!! I am already a follower and thanks for stopping by to see me from the Monday Blog Hops.
I remember those days and now my boys are teenagers! Lots of hugs your way
awwww, my baby is a senior in high school this year boo hoo!!
anne
Awww, he will be fine! My twins started Kindergarten last week. It’s bittersweet.. you hate to see them go, but it’s awesome to watch them grow up and go on their own (well, without their mommies!).
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Aaaaw….*hugs*…I hope he had a great day today and that you did okay too. So hard to make them go when they aren’t feeling confidant. He was very brave though and I’m sure it will be easier from now on for you.
Have a great Wednesday!
Candace
Oh sweetie I’m tearing up with you! Love the pics mom!!!
Cool! Hope he had an awesome 1st day! It does go by fast! My oldest just started High School yesterday!
I think this is my first time coming to your blog and I cried. CRAP DANG PREGNANCY!
My oldest is starting 3rd Grade this year…. and that’s hard for me to grasp.
I am so not looking forward to this day myself…even though it’s 3 years away with my Lil’ Joe.
Hi Ma, sorry I haven’t been around for a bit. Been berry berry busy. I’m sorry you’re verklempt but am glad he jumped instead of becoming dead weight at the end of your arm. Hope he flew into your arms when he got home.
I had that same issue. I couldn’t sleep. My baby went to First Grade today and didn’t even want me to walk her to the bus. She wanted her big brother. How sad! I am relieved and glad that so far she loves it. Hope all is well with your Kindergartener!!
What a good mama you are. So sweet. And I hear ya loud and clear. Sorry I’m late to the WW party. Better late than never. Hey, I’d love ya to link those muffin man pizzas to tasty tuesdays next week if ya can. So cute.